Launched in 1991, the PDQ 36 remains a benchmark for the "performance cruiser" catamaran, embodying the founding philosophy of PDQ Yachts: quality engineering without the aesthetic baggage of traditional multihulls. Designed by Alan Slater and built in Whitby, Ontario, the 36 was a natural evolution of the company’s original 34-foot prototype, stretched to accommodate integrated sugar-scoop transoms. With its signature "three-story" profile—a result of tiered coachroofs designed to maximize interior volume without sacrificing aerodynamics—the PDQ 36 carved out a unique niche in North America as an owner-operated alternative to the bloated charter cats of the era. Approximately 100 hulls were produced through 2003, and the model's success eventually paved the way for the Antares 44, which continues the lineage today.
PDQ 36 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- PDQ
- Model
- 36
- Builder
- PDQ Yachts Inc.
- Designer
- Ted Clements
- Number Built
- 100
- Production Year(s)
- 1991 - 2003
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 2 | $104,950 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $114,900 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | $117,425 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $148,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robertson and Caine 40 (2005-2009) | 39.27' | $345,932 | 203 | 85 |
| Leopard Catamarans 39 | 37.5' | $279,000 | 35 | 11 |
| Leopard 38 | 37.5' | $239,000 | 29 | 13 |
| Fountaine Pajot Mahe 36 | 36.19' | $189,000 | 27 | 15 |
| Fountaine Pajot Athena 38 | 38.05' | $152,561 | 18 | 8 |
| Robertson and Caine 42 / Moorings 4200 | 41.57' | $658,772 | 10 | 8 |
| PDQ 32 | 31.58' | $65,000 | 9 | 8 |
| Fountaine Pajot Antigua 37 | $139,657 | 8 | 5 | |
| PDQ 36 | $114,900 | 6 | 1 | |
| Lagoon 37 | 36.75' | $137,495 | 6 | 3 |
| Leopard 40 (2015-2020) | 39.34' | $372,000 | 4 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $114,900 | 6 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used PDQ 36 cost?
- The median asking price for a used PDQ 36 over the past 12 months is $114,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many PDQ 36 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 6 PDQ 36 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are PDQ 36 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the PDQ 36 has increased by 28.81% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the PDQ 36?
- Comparable models include the Robertson and Caine 40 (2005-2009), Leopard Catamarans 39, Leopard 38. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.